Best 5 Lemon Pound Cake Muffins Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful treat that combines the zesty flavor of lemon with the moist and fluffy texture of a pound cake? If so, then lemon pound cake muffins are the perfect choice for you! These delectable muffins are incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen. With their bright citrusy flavor and tender crumb, these muffins are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. Whether you're enjoying them as a quick breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a special dessert, these lemon pound cake muffins are sure to satisfy your cravings. So, gather your ingredients and preheat your oven, because it's time to embark on a delightful baking journey!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON POUND CAKE MUFFINS



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I make these lemony muffins for all kinds of occasions. My family always requests them when we have a brunch. They're so good! -Lola Baxter, Winnebago, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
GLAZE:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the sour cream and extracts. Combine the flour, salt and baking soda; add to creamed mixture just until moistened. , Fill 12 greased or paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 400° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 18-20 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. , Combine the glaze ingredients; drizzle over muffins. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LEMON POUND CAKE LOAVES



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My family always asks for this love-me-tender lemon loaf cake. Sometimes, I shake things up and make cupcakes with the batter. So awesome for brunch! -Lola Baxter, Winnebago, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 2 mini loaves (6 piece each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup sour cream
ICING:
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour two 5-3/4x3x2-in loaf pans., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add 1 egg at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lemon zest and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour, salt and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, mix icing ingredients. Spoon over loaves. Freeze option: Do not make icing. Securely wrap cooled loaves in plastic wrap and foil, then freeze. To use, thaw at room temperature. Prepare icing as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 201mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LEMON MUFFINS



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Grated lemon peel adds flavor to this basic muffin recipe for citrus-accented homemade muffins you can achieve quickly and easily.

Provided by Jenn Hall

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup milk
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 egg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Grease bottoms only of 12 muffin cups or line with baking cups.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, lemon zest and salt; mix well. In a small bowl, combine milk, oil and egg; blend well. Add dry ingredients all at once; stir just until dry ingredients are moistened (batter will be lumpy.)
  • Fill cups 2/3 full. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 1 minute before removing from pan. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 200.2 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

MINI LEMON POUND CAKES



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Enjoy these citrus flavored mini pound cakes sprinkled with sugar - a perfect baked dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
4 oz (half of 8-oz package) cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place mini paper baking cup in each of 60 mini muffin cups; spray paper cups with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat butter and cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes or until light and fluffy. Gradually add granulated sugar, beating until blended. Beat on medium speed 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating just until blended after each addition. On low speed, beat in flour and salt until smooth. Beat in lemon peel and juice. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
  • Bake 15 to 17 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely. Sprinkle cakes with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 35 mg

LEMON POUND CAKE MUFFINS



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Make and share this Lemon Pound Cake Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by adena mangis

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 38m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, soft
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup low-fat sour cream
2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add the eggs and extracts; beat well.
  • Combine the flour, salt, and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream.
  • Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups 3/4s full. Bake at 400 for 18-20 minutes.
  • Cool for 5 minutes and move to a wire rack to cool.
  • Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over muffins. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.7, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 59.5, Sodium 194, Carbohydrate 51.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 36.5, Protein 3.3

Tips:

  • For a moist and flavorful cake, use fresh lemon zest and juice.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough muffin.
  • Fill the muffin cups only 2/3 full, as they will rise during baking.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the muffins to cool completely before serving.

Conclusion:

Lemon pound cake muffins are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. With their moist and flavorful crumb and sweet and tangy glaze, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe that's sure to impress, give these lemon pound cake muffins a try.

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